Peace Anyiam-Osigwe
President Goodluck Jonathan on Thursday commiserated with the family of the late Coordinator-General of the Anyiam-Osigwe Foundation, Michael
Anyiam-Osigwe.
Michael, the brother of the founder of the African Movie Academy Awards (AMAA), Peace Anyiam-Osigwe, was shot dead by armed robbers in Edo on Saturday.
Jonathan’s condolence message is contained in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Reuben Abati, in Abuja.
The statement stated that the deceased was a very good friend and associate of the president like his brother, Peace.
It expressed Jonathan’s belief that Michael would be greatly missed for his commitment to the promotion of national unity and progress through education.
It expressed Jonathan’s belief that Michael would be greatly missed for his commitment to the promotion of national unity and progress through education.
The statement stated; “President
Jonathan also believes that the Anyiam-Osigwe Foundation’s Memorial
Lectures will stand to Nze Michael’s eternal credit.
“The lectures have featured many
distinguished personalities, including serving and former Heads of
States and Government from all parts of the world.
“The president prays that Almighty God will receive Nze Michael’s soul and grant him eternal rest.
“He similarly prays that God will
comfort Nze Michael’s family, friends and associates and grant them the
fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.
The statement described the late Michael
as very cultured and respected gentleman whose virtues were much
admired at home and abroad.
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